Zeit der Dunkelheit – London-Based Folk Black-Metal Collective Release New Track “Befreiung”

Zeit der Dunkelheit – London-Based Folk Black-Metal Collective Release New Track “Befreiung”
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Zeit der Dunkelheit, the innovative black metal and medieval folk band from London, proudly announces the release of their latest single, “Befreiung,” from their highly anticipated debut full-length album, Die Letzten Tage, which is scheduled to be released on September 6th.

“Befreiung” is a powerful track that perfectly captures the band’s unique ability to blend the raw intensity of black metal with the melodic richness of medieval folk. The song is a standout on the upcoming album, showcasing the band’s innovative approach to music and their exceptional songwriting skills.

Listen to “Befreiung” here.

Die Letzten Tage features 10 tracks that highlight the band’s ability to merge contrasting musical styles into a cohesive whole. The album reflects the personal journey of the band’s mastermind, Der Abt, exploring themes of injustice, betrayal, and personal struggle. The title, Die Letzten Tage, suggests both an intense emotional landscape and an apocalyptic vision, inviting listeners to interpret the music on multiple levels.

Founded in London in 2024, Zeit der Dunkelheit blends the darkness of black metal with the melodies of medieval folk. Their debut EP, Das Ende Der Zeit, released in February 2024, showcased their exceptional songwriting and unique sound. Despite being new to the scene, the band has already released eight tracks and amassed over 70,000 streams on Spotify.

Zeit der Dunkelheit‘s music incorporates instruments like bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, medieval recorders, flutes, and percussion into black metal arrangements, creating a distinctive and innovative sound. Their debut album, Die Letzten Tage, is set to further solidify their position in the music world.